Monday, March 14, 2016

My sister in-law visited us last Wednesday informing us that she is going to put Dad in a home as it is getting harder for her to take care of him. I applaud her for doing it for several months but I know that eventually her body will give up as she is not getting any younger and Dad is getting weaker so moving him around is hard. John suggested to put Dad in a home earlier but they thought that putting Dad in a home is like abandoning him.

This is where Dad lives now, it is called Woodland Hills Manor. He was moved there last Friday.

The place was nice. The employees seems friendly although we didn't talk to anyone. Dad was sitting in the lounge area when we arrived. He didn't know who we were but he was sure happy to have visitors.

It was my first time visiting a nursing home and I feel overwhelmed with sadness. However, I would consider working in a nursing home if given a chance. I think working with old folks is rewarding.